Nikon D3200 User manual

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Bridge cameras
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User manual
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A For Your Safety
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(0 iv-vii).
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Package Contents
Confirm that the package contains the following items:
Purchasers of the lens kit option should confirm that the package also includes a lens.
Memory cards are sold separately.
Cameras purchased in Japan display menus and
messages in English and Japanese only; other languages are not supported.
We
apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
❚❚ Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold.
D3200 camera
BS-1 accessory shoe cover
DK-20 rubber eyecup
BF-1B body cap
EN-EL14 rechargeable
Li-ion battery (with terminal
cover)
MH-24 battery charger (plug
adapter supplied in countries or
regions where required; shape
depends on country of sale)
AN-DC3 strap
UC-E17 USB cable EG-CP14 audio/video cable DK-5 eyepiece cap (0 28)
ViewNX 2 CD-ROM
Users Manual (this booklet)
Warranty
D
This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to
prevent damage to the camera.
A
This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the
camera.
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Package Contents........................................................................................................................i
For Your Safety .......................................................................................................................... iv
Notices........................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction 1
Getting to Know the Camera................................................................................................. 1
The Camera Body ......................................................................................................................1
The Mode Dial.............................................................................................................................3
The Viewfinder............................................................................................................................4
The Information Display..........................................................................................................5
First Steps ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Photography 12
Battery Level and Card Capacity ........................................................................................12
“Point-and-Shoot” Photography (i and j Modes)...................................................13
Creative Photography (Scene Modes) .............................................................................17
Playback and Deletion 19
Viewing Photographs ........................................................................................................... 19
Display pictures....................................................................................................................... 19
Deleting Pictures .................................................................................................................... 20
Guide Mode 21
Guide Mode Menus ............................................................................................................... 22
Using the Guide ...................................................................................................................... 24
More on Photography 25
Release Mode............................................................................................................................25
Self-Timer and Remote Control Modes .......................................................................... 27
Focus ............................................................................................................................................29
Focus Mode .............................................................................................................................. 29
AF-Area Mode.......................................................................................................................... 31
Image Quality and Size..........................................................................................................32
Image Quality........................................................................................................................... 32
Image Size ................................................................................................................................. 33
Using the Built-in Flash..........................................................................................................34
Flash Mode................................................................................................................................ 35
ISO Sensitivity ...........................................................................................................................37
Table of Contents
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P, S, A, and M Modes 38
Mode P (Programmed Auto) ..............................................................................................38
Mode S (Shutter-Priority Auto) ..........................................................................................39
Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto).......................................................................................39
Mode M (Manual)....................................................................................................................40
Live View 41
Framing Photographs in the Monitor ..............................................................................41
Focusing in Live View ............................................................................................................42
Recording and Viewing Movies 49
Recording Movies ....................................................................................................................49
Movie Settings .........................................................................................................................51
Viewing Movies ........................................................................................................................53
Menu Guide 54
Menu Guide ...............................................................................................................................55
Using Camera Menus.............................................................................................................56
ViewNX 2 58
Installing ViewNX 2 .................................................................................................................58
Using ViewNX 2 ........................................................................................................................60
Copy Pictures to the Computer .........................................................................................60
View Pictures ............................................................................................................................61
Technical Notes 62
Compatible Lenses..................................................................................................................62
Other Accessories ....................................................................................................................63
Approved Memory Cards.....................................................................................................64
Caring for the Camera............................................................................................................65
Storage........................................................................................................................................65
Cleaning .....................................................................................................................................65
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions................................................................66
Caring for the Camera...........................................................................................................66
Caring for the Battery ............................................................................................................67
Error Messages..........................................................................................................................69
Specifications ............................................................................................................................72
iv
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety
precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those
who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are
indicated by the following symbol:
❚❚ WARNINGS
AKeep the sun out of the frame
Keep the sun well out of the frame when shooting
backlit subjects.
Sunlight focused into the camera
when the sun is in or close to the frame could cause a
fire.
ADo not look at the sun through the viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light source through
the viewfinder could cause permanent visual
impairment.
AUsing the viewfinder diopter adjustment control
When operating the viewfinder diopter adjustment
control with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be
taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.
ATurn off immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming
from the equipment or AC adapter (available
separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns.
Continued operation could result in injury. After
removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service center for inspection.
ADo not use in the presence of flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of
flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.
AKeep out of reach of children
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.
In addition, note that small parts constitute a chocking
hazard.
Should a child swallow any part of this
equipment, consult a physician immediately.
ADo not disassemble
Touching the products internal parts could result in
injury.
In the event of malfunction, the product should
be repaired only by a qualified technician.
Should the
product break open as the result of a fall or other
accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and
then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service
center for inspection.
ADo not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant
or child could result in strangulation.
ADo not remain in contact with the camera, battery, or charger for
extended periods while the devices are on or in use
Parts of the device become hot. Leaving the device in
direct contact with the skin for extended periods may
result in low-temperature burns.
ADo not aim a flash at the operator of a motor vehicle
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
accidents.
AObserve caution when using the flash
Using the camera with the flash in close contact with
the skin or other objects could cause burns.
Using the flash close to the subject’s eyes could cause
temporary visual impairment.
Particular care should
be observed when photographing infants, when the
flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from
the subject.
AAvoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be taken to
avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the
liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or
entering the eyes or mouth.
AObserve proper precautions when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
Use only batteries approved for use in this
equipment.
Do not short or disassemble the battery.
Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery.
If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or
backwards.
Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive
heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to water.
Replace the terminal cover when transporting the
battery.
Do not transport or store the battery with
metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged.
To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove
the battery when no charge remains.
When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal
cover and store in a cool, dry place.
The battery may be hot immediately after use or
when the product has been used on battery power
for an extended period.
Before removing the battery
turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.
Discontinue use immediately should you notice any
changes in the battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
For Your Safety
A
This icon marks warnings.
To prevent possible injury, read all warnings before using this Nikon
product.
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AObserve proper precautions when handling the charger
Keep dry.
Failure to observe this precaution could
result in fire or electric shock.
Do not short the charger terminals. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in overheating and
damage to the charger.
Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be
removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result
in fire.
Do not go near the charger during thunderstorms.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not handle the plug or charger with wet hands.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed
to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-
AC inverters.
Failure to observe this precaution could
damage the product or cause overheating or fire.
AUse appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and output jacks,
use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose to maintain compliance with product
regulations.
ACD-ROMs
CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should not be
played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs
on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or
damage the equipment.
No part of the manuals included with this product may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval
system, or translated into any language in any form, by
any means, without Nikons prior written permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of
the hardware and software described in these manuals at
any time and without prior notice.
Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting
from the use of this product.
While every effort has been made to ensure that the
information in these manuals is accurate and complete,
we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or
omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in
your area (address provided separately).
Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that are not expressly
approved by Nikon Corporation may void the users
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your
equipment.
Using other interface cables may exceed the
limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for Customers in the State of California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product may expose you
to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after
handling.
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11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
Notices
The Battery Charger
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power
outlet if needed. This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
D3200
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Notice for Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notices for Customers in Europe
This symbol indicates that electrical and
electronic equipment is to be collected
separately.
The following apply only to users in European
countries:
This product is designated for separate
collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural
resources and prevent negative consequences for
human health and the environment that might result
from incorrect disposal.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local
authorities in charge of waste management.
This symbol on the battery indicates that the
battery is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European
countries:
All batteries, whether marked with this
symbol or not, are designated for separate
collection at an appropriate collection point.
Do not
dispose of as household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local
authorities in charge of waste management.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner,
digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law.
Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities,
government bonds, or local government bonds, even if
such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or
securities which are circulated in a foreign country is
prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government has been
obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the government
is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the
government and of certified documents stipulated by
law is prohibited.
Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or
reproductions of securities issued by private companies
(shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter
passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of
necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a
company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports
issued by the government, licenses issued by public
agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as
passes and meal coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative
works such as books, music, paintings, woodcuts, prints,
maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed
by national and international copyright laws.
Do not use
this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the
original image data.
Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially
available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.
Ensuring the privacy of such data is
the users responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial
deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for
example, pictures of empty sky).
Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual.
Care should be taken to
avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO
THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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AVC Patent Portfolio License
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HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i)
ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE
AVC
VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG
LA, L.L.C.
SEE http://www.mpegla.com
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry.
Only Nikon brand
electronic accessories (including chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for
use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements
of this electronic circuitry.
The use of non-Nikon electronic accessories could damage the camera and may void your Nikon
warranty.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal
shown at right could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating,
igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital
camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety
requirements.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR
NIKON WARRANTY.
D Servicing the Camera and Accessories
The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing.
Nikon recommends that the
camera be inspected by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative
once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that
fees apply to these services).
Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly
recommended if the camera is used professionally.
Any accessories regularly used with the
camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is
inspected or serviced.
A Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the
camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally.
Nikon
will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
A Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikons “Life-Long Learningcommitment to ongoing product support and
education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:
For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to
frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography.
Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area.
See the
following URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/
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Introduction
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays.
You
may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the
rest of the manual.
The Camera Body
Getting to Know the Camera
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1 Mode dial...................................3
2 Eyelet for camera strap...........6
3 R (information) button...... 46
4 E/N button
Exposure compensation
Adjusting aperture ........... 40
Flash compensation
5
Shutter-release button
...15, 16
6 Power switch.............................2
7 Movie-record button............ 49
8 AF-assist illuminator
Self-timer lamp...................... 27
Red-eye reduction lamp ..... 36
9 Infrared receiver (front) ....... 27
10 Body cap
11 CPU contacts
12 Built-in flash............................34
13 M/ Y button
Flash mode..........................34
Flash compensation
14 Speaker ....................................51
15 Focal plane mark (E)
16 Eyelet for camera strap .......... 6
17 Microphone ............................53
18 Connector cover
19 Fn button
Using the Fn button
20 Mounting mark........................ 7
21 Lens release button ..............11
22 Mirror
23 Lens mount
24 Accessory shoe cover
25 Accessory shoe (for optional
flash units)
26 Connector for external
microphone...................51, 64
27 USB and A/V connector
Connecting to a
computer......................... 60
28 HDMI mini-pin connector
29 Accessory terminal ............... 64
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The Camera Body (Continued)
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1 Viewfinder eyepiece................9
2 Rubber eyecup
3 Infrared receiver (rear)..........27
4 Monitor
Viewing settings ..................5
Live view..............................41
Viewing photographs.......19
5 K button
Playback...............................19
6 G button
Menu.....................................54
7 X button
Playback zoom in
8 W/Q button
Thumbnails/playback zoom
out......................................20
Help.......................................54
9 P (information edit) button
..................................................5
10 Tripod socket
11 Diopter adjustment
control .................................... 9
12 A/L button
Using the A (L) button
Protecting photographs
from deletion
13 Command dial
14 a button
Live view.............................. 41
Movie ................................... 49
15 Multi selector ......................... 56
16 Memory card slot cover ......... 7
17 J (OK) button .......................56
18 I/E/# button
Release mode.....................25
Self-timer/
Remote control............... 27
19 Memory card access lamp
.........................................15, 26
20 Power connector cover for
optional power connector
21 Battery-chamber cover latch
..................................................6
22 Battery-chamber cover ..........6
23 O button
Deleting pictures ...............20
24 Battery latch..........................6, 9
A The Power Switch
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn
the camera on.
Rotate the power switch as shown to turn
the camera off.
A The Microphone and Speaker
Do not place the microphone or speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices. Failure to
observe this precaution could affect the data recorded on the magnetic devices.
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The Mode Dial
The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes and g mode:
P, S, A, and M Modes (0 38)
Select these modes for full
control over camera settings.
PProgrammed auto
SShutter-priority auto
AAperture-priority auto
M—Manual
g Mode (0 21)
Take and view pictures and adjust settings with the
help of an on-screen guide.
Auto Modes
Select these modes for simple, point-and-shoot
photography.
i Auto (0 13) j Auto (flash off) (0 13)
Scene Modes
The camera automatically optimizes settings to suit the scene selected with the mode dial.
Match your selection to the scene being photographed.
k Portrait (0 17)
l Landscape (0 17)
p Child (0 17)
m Sports (0 18)
n Close up (0 18)
o Night portrait (0 18)
A Scene Auto Selector (Live View)
Selecting live view in i or j mode enables automatic scene selection (“scene auto
selector”; 0 46) when autofocus is used.
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The Viewfinder
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1 Focus points
2 Focus indicator .......................14
3 Autoexposure (AE) lock
indicator
4 Shutter speed ..................39, 40
5 Aperture (f-number) ......39, 40
6 Battery indicator ....................12
7 Number of exposures
remaining ............................12
Number of shots remaining
before memory buffer
fills .........................................26
White balance recording
indicator
Exposure compensation value
Flash compensation value
ISO sensitivity.........................37
8 “K” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures) ...........................12
9 Flash-ready indicator ............16
10 Flexible program indicator
11 Exposure indicator.................40
Exposure compensation
display
Electronic rangefinder
12 Flash compensation
indicator
13 Exposure compensation
indicator
14 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator
15 Warning indicator
D The Viewfinder
The response time and brightness of the viewfinder display may vary with temperature.
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The Information Display
Camera settings can be viewed and adjusted in the information
display.
Press the P button once to view settings, and again to
make changes to settings.
Highlight items using the multi
selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item.
P button
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1 Shooting mode
i auto/
j auto (flash off).............. 13
Scene modes...................... 17
Guide mode ....................... 21
P, S, A, and M modes.......... 38
2 Aperture (f-number) ......39, 40
3 Shutter speed ..................39, 40
4 Shutter-speed display
5 Aperture display
6 Auto-area AF indicator ........ 31
3D-tracking indicator........... 31
Focus point
7 Eye-Fi connection indicator
8 Manual flash indicator
Flash compensation indicator
for optional flash units
9 Print date indicator
10 Auto ISO sensitivity indicator
11 Active D-Lighting
12 Picture Control
13 “Beep” indicator
14 Battery indicator....................12
15 GPS connection indicator
16 Help icon
17 Exposure indicator ................40
Exposure compensation
indicator
18 Number of exposures
remaining ............................12
White balance recording
indicator
19 “K” (appears when memory
remains for over 1000
exposures)............................12
20 Flash mode ............................. 35
21 Flash compensation
22 Exposure compensation
23 Image quality......................... 32
24 Image size............................... 33
25 White balance
26 ISO sensitivity......................... 37
27 Release mode......................... 25
28 Focus mode......................29, 42
29 AF-area mode ..................31, 43
30 Metering
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First Steps
Always turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries or memory cards.
1 Attach the strap.
Attach the strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body as shown
below.
2 Charge the battery.
If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter
as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery
and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about an hour
and thirty minutes.
3 Insert the battery.
Insert the battery in the orientation shown (e), using the battery to keep the
orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place
when the battery is fully inserted (r).
Charging
complete
Battery
charging
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4 Insert a memory card (available separately).
Check to be sure the card is in the correct orientation and then slide the card
until it clicks into place.
5 Attach a lens.
Be careful to prevent dust from entering the camera when the lens or body cap
is removed.
Autofocus is available with AF-S lenses.
When using
autofocus with a lens equipped with an A-M mode switch,
slide the switch to A (if the lens has an M/A-M switch, select
M/A for autofocus with manual override).
For information
on other lenses that can be used with the D3200, see page 62.
If the lens has a vibration reduction (VR) switch, select ON
to reduce the effects of vibration.
6 Turn the camera on.
A language-selection dialog will be displayed.
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GB
Keeping marks aligned, position lens
on camera, then rotate until lens
clicks into place.
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7 Choose a language and set the camera clock.
Use the multi selector and J button to select a language and set the camera
clock.
Move cursor up
J button: select highlighted item
Select highlighted item or display
sub-menu
Move cursor down
qwe
Select language Select time zone Select date format
rt Note: The language and
date/time can be changed
at any time using the
Language and Time
zone and date options in
the setup menu (0 55).
Select daylight saving
time option
Set time and date
A Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
Before using the camera, unlock and extend the
zoom ring. Keeping the retractable lens barrel
button pressed (q), rotate the zoom ring as
shown (w).
Pictures can not be taken when the lens is
retracted; if an error message is displayed as a
result of the camera having been turned on
with the lens retracted, rotate the zoom ring
until the message is no longer displayed.
Retractable lens barrel
button
9
X
8 Focus the viewfinder.
After removing the lens cap, rotate the diopter
adjustment control until the viewfinder display
and focus point are in sharp focus. When
operating the control with your eye to the
viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or
fingernails in your eye.
D During Charging
Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging.
Failure to observe this
precaution could in very rare instances result in the charger showing that charging is
complete when the battery is only partially charged.
Remove and reinsert the battery to
begin charging again.
D Charging the Battery
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages iv–v and 66–68 of this manual.
Charge the
battery indoors at ambient temperatures of 5–35 °C (41–95 °F).
Do not use the battery at
ambient temperatures below 0 °C/32 °F or above 40 °C/104 °F; failure to observe this
precaution could damage the battery or impair its performance.
Capacity may be reduced
and charging times may increase at battery temperatures from 0 °C/32 °F to 15 °C/59 °F and
from 45 °C/113 °F to 60 °C/140 °F.
The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C
(32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
If the CHARGE lamp flashes quickly (about eight times a second)
during charging, confirm that the temperature is in the correct range and then unplug the
charger and remove and reinsert the battery.
If the problem persists, cease use immediately
and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative.
Do not attempt to charge a fully-charged battery.
Failure to observe this precaution will
result in reduced battery performance.
Use the charger with compatible batteries only.
Unplug when not in use.
A Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover.
Press the
battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the
battery and then remove the battery by hand.
Focus point
10
X
D Formatting Memory Cards
If this is the first time the memory card will be used in the camera or if
the card has been formatted in another device, select
Format
memory card
in the setup menu and follow the on-screen instructions
to format the card (
0
55
).
Note that this permanently deletes any data
the card may contain
.
Be sure to copy any photographs and other data
you wish to keep to a computer before proceeding.
D Memory Cards
Memory cards may be hot after use.
Observe due caution when removing memory cards
from the camera.
Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards.
Do not remove memory
cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect the power source
during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copied to a computer.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or in damage to the
camera or card.
Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.
Do not apply force to the card casing.
Failure to observe this precaution could damage
the card.
Do not expose to water, heat, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.
Do not format memory cards in a computer.
A Removing Memory Cards
After confirming that the memory card access lamp is off, turn the
camera off, open the memory card slot cover, and press the card in to
eject it (q).
The card can then be removed by hand (w).
A The Write Protect Switch
SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to
prevent accidental loss of data. When this switch is in the
“lock” position, the memory card can not be formatted and
photos can not be deleted or recorded (a beep will sound if
you attempt to release the shutter).
To unlock the memory
card, slide the switch to the “write” position.
A CPU Lenses with Aperture Rings
In the case of CPU lenses equipped with an aperture ring (0 62), lock aperture at the
minimum setting (highest f-number).
4
GB
Write-protect switch
4
GB
11
X
A Detaching the Lens
Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To
remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while
turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the
lens caps and camera body cap.
A Retracting Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons
To retract the lens when the camera is not in use, hold the retractable
lens barrel button (q) and rotate the zoom ring to the “L” (lock)
position as shown (w). Retract the lens before removing it from the
camera, and be careful not to press the retractable lens barrel button
when attaching or removing the lens.
A The Camera Clock
The camera clock is less accurate than most watches and household clocks.
Check the clock
regularly against more accurate time pieces and reset as necessary.
A Adjusting Viewfinder Focus
If you are unable to focus the viewfinder as described above, select single-servo autofocus
(AF-S; 0 29), single-point AF (c; 0 31), and the center focus point, and then frame a high-
contrast subject in the center focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to
focus the camera.
With the camera in focus, use the diopter adjustment control to bring the
subject into clear focus in the viewfinder.
If necessary, viewfinder focus can be further
adjusted using optional corrective lenses.
A The Setup Menu
Language and date/time settings can be changed at any time using the Language and Time
zone and date options in the setup menu.
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Nikon D3200 User manual

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